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Hey all, quick question for you: I'm starting to think about which colleges are best for pre-med studies. I've been considering both the University of Georgia and Texas Tech, but I'm not sure which on …

So, I've noticed that some people talk about their total GPA and others mention their academic GPA. Can somebody please explain the difference between the two? Also, which one should I be focusing on …

Hey! I'm a high school junior with a passion for writing. Are there any summer writing contests specifically for high school students? I'd love to submit some of my work and possibly win some prizes o …

Hello! I'm trying to decide between Portland State and Seattle University, and I'm curious about the campus environment and housing options at both schools. Any feedback on how these two schools compa …

I've been accepted to both University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and Purdue University for an engineering major. I'm trying to make a decision and I'd love to get some feedback on the strengths and …

I'm having a hard time choosing between Brown and UPenn for my undergrad. How do they compare in terms of academic reputation, campus environment, and social life? I also plan on majoring in economics …

I'm a high school junior planning to major in biology, and I'm trying to decide between Wake Forest and UNC Chapel Hill. Can anyone share their experiences or knowledge about the biology programs at t …

I'm currently in precalculus, and I'm wondering how much more difficult calculus will be in comparison. Could someone give me an idea of the differences in material and difficulty? Also, do colleges l …

Hi! I'm trying to figure out whether I should go to Boston College (BC) or UMass Amherst. What are the main differences in terms of academics, student life, and career opportunities for each school? T …

Hey all! I've been accepted into RIT and WPI for engineering, but I'm not sure which school would be the best choice for me. I'm interested in learning about the engineering programs, research opportu …

Hey everyone! I'm trying to decide between Alabama State University and Tuskegee University. Which one has better academic programs? I'm interested in studying biology. Also, how do their campus life …

I'm a bit confused about the difference between 'current issue date' and 'original issue date' when it comes to official documents like transcripts and stuff. Can someone help clarify it for me, and l …

Does anyone have any info on how the Computer Science programs at Harvard and UC Irvine compare? I'm trying to decide which one to apply to for Early Action, and I'd appreciate any thoughts on their r …

Hey guys, I've been accepted to both Virginia Tech and the University of Minnesota, but I'm having trouble deciding which college to attend. Can anyone provide insight on the academic programs, atmosp …

Hi! I've been accepted to both Penn State and University of Michigan, but I'm having trouble deciding where to attend. Could anyone share their experiences or opinions about each school to help me mak …

I'm starting to work on my college essays, and I'm struggling with the hook to grab the reader's attention. Any advice on how to write an effective and impactful hook? Thanks in advance!

Hi folks, I need some advice on choosing between UC Davis and UC Santa Barbara for my undergraduate studies. I'm interested in hearing about academic experiences, campus atmosphere, and extracurricula …

Hey everyone! I'm starting to work on my college essays, and I'd love some inspiration from successful Yale applicants. Does anyone have any pointers on where I can find some good Yale college essay e …

Hello everyone! I'm a junior currently planning my senior schedule, and I'm not sure whether I should take Multivariable Calculus or Differential Equations. Can someone explain the differences between …

Hey y'all, I'm planning to take an elective through Florida Virtual School (FLVS). Can anyone recommend some relatively easy and interesting electives they've enjoyed taking on FLVS? Would appreciate …